Southern Alberta Braces for More Heat and Stormy Skies

Get ready for another dose of summer-like warmth, Southern Alberta! Wednesday is shaping up to be a beautifully warm day, with temperatures soaring well above seasonal averages, inviting residents to enjoy the lingering heat. However, don't let the sunshine fool you entirely – nature has a dynamic forecast in store, including the potential for scattered showers and thunderstorms.

In Calgary, the mercury is set to climb to a delightful 25°C, providing perfect conditions for outdoor activities, albeit with an eye on the sky.

The city, along with much of the region, will be under a watch for convective weather as the day progresses. These scattered events are most likely to materialize in the afternoon and early evening, bringing with them the chance of sudden, heavy downpours and the characteristic rumble and flash of lightning.

While not everyone will experience a storm, those who do could see rapidly changing conditions.

Further south, communities like Lethbridge can anticipate even warmer conditions, with forecasts pushing towards a balmy 27°C. The likelihood of pop-up thunderstorms is equally present here, adding an element of excitement (or caution!) to an otherwise warm day.

East of the Rockies, the atmospheric setup is ripe for these localized storm cells, making it crucial for anyone planning to be outdoors to stay informed about local radar and alerts.

For those venturing into the mountains, Banff is expected to be a bit cooler, hovering around 20°C, offering a refreshing escape from the intense heat of the prairies.

While the chance of rain is present, it's generally less pronounced than in the eastern plains, providing a slightly more stable outlook for mountain adventures.

Looking beyond Wednesday, a change is on the horizon. The system responsible for ushering in these warm temperatures and the associated storm risk is anticipated to gradually move out, paving the way for a more seasonal and noticeably cooler pattern.

By Thursday and Friday, temperatures across Southern Alberta are expected to dip back into the more comfortable high teens, signaling a return to typical early-autumn weather. So, make the most of this lingering warmth, but keep an umbrella handy and stay weather-aware!